Perfect storm drives IML growth IML is seeing growth rates of up to 8 percent as new molding technologies open up short run possibilities and buyers see sustainability and performance advantages. The in-mold label (IML) sector represents around 2-3 percent of total global label production and is growing at a healthy rate as end users recognize the technology’s functional and sustainability benefits. [ ... ] MORE

BOPP is often the go-to material for film labels As you dig into labeling options for your product container, you’ll see one term pop up again and again: BOPP. It stands for biaxially oriented polypropylene, and it’s an incredibly popular label material. There are countless benefits to choosing BOPP for your product label — printability, durability and customizability, just to name a few. Like anything, BOPP has its limitations, but across container types, product categories and label designs, you’ll find BOPP specified as the face stock more times than not. [ ... ] MORE

Improved living standards will lead to increased access to cars, appliances, and electronics. This is especially true in China, where GDP per capita is estimated to triple to more than $40,000 by 2040, which will be similar to the purchasing power in the European OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) in 2030. Outlook for chemical demand growth [ ... ] MORE